Screen Magnifiers
Freedom Scientific: ZOOMTEXT, JAWS, OR FUSION
Current students can download Fusion, ZoomText, or JAWS for free on their personal computer. Users can only download one of the following programs on their computer:
- ZoomText: An integrated reading and magnification program. Users will be able to enlarge and enhance everything on their screen.
- JAWS: A screen reader that allows the users to navigate their computer screen.
- Fusion: Users have the ability to access the screen magnifier, ZoomText, and the screen reader, JAWS, all in one software program.
- For further information, visit the Freedom Scientific website.
Enter your MCC student email account to download the program on your personal computer. - Users will be required to identify if they want to download ZoomText, JAWS, or Fusion.
Windows Magnifier
- Type in "magnifier" in the search toolbar by the start menu.
- The program will automatically open a toolbar for immediate use.
Mac Magnifier
- Select the "Apple menu".
- Select the "System Preferences".
- Open the "Accessibility Panel".
- Click on the "Zoom" tab on the left hand side of the page.
How to Access Screen Magnifiers on Campus Computers:
Current student can access ZoomText and the built-in Windows magnifier on campus computers:
ZoomText:
1. On the Desktop, click the "Accessible Resources" folder.
2. Double click on the ZoomText program.
Windows Magnifier:
1. Type in "magnifier" in the search toolbar by the start menu.
2. The program will automatically open a toolbar for immediate use.
Portable Magnifiers
Students who are inquiring about portable magnifiers can contact our office for additional information.
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Phone: (585) 292-2140
Fax: (866) 308-6118
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Downtown Campus
Student Engagement Center
Floor 3, Room 310
Monday thru Friday
8:45am to 4:45pm
(585) 292-2140
Fax: (866) 308-6118
disabilityservices@swissabc.net